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cnetterville

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You are on the scene with a 72-year-old man patient with chest pain. The patient is complaining of shortness of breath but also refuses to go to the hospital, even after multiple attempts urging him to go. Which of the following should you do next?
 
  A) Stay with the patient until he loses consciousness.
  B) Fully inform the patient about his situation and the implications of refusing care.
  C) Inform the patient that he is having a heart attack and must be taken to the hospital for evaluation.
  D) Contact medical direction for orders to restrain the patient.

Question 2

_______ related to childbirth cannot be managed by the Emergency Responder; they require immediate _______ _______.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Complications; medical attention



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